Battlefords News-Optimist

We want to give a thanks to two local SaskPower workers who went above and beyond the call of duty on the evening of June 27. Monday, June 25, like thousands of others in our area, we lost power due to a massive storm that blew through.

BridgeFest, the day-long community get-together designed to spur a feeling of belonging and pride in the Battlefords, is less than a month away and the excitement is building, co-ordinator Treena Rathwell says.

The Saskatchewan Senior Men's and Women's Championship were underway this week in Melfort and several golfers from the Battlefords made the trip to compete in the tournament.

I can't imagine having any other job than the one I have. Although, like anything else, it has its challenges and stresses, being a writer is my idea of the ideal career.

It was a learning experience said North Battleford Beavers coach Dean Dimmick of the Saskatchewan Baseball Association's Mosquito AA Provincial Championship in North Battleford on the weekend.

I can't believe how fast the summer flies by. I love the sunshine and have a farmer's tan so distinct I'll have to keep wearing short sleeves even if I go to a beach this summer.

Dear Editor This is in response to "Advised to avoid downtown" (Regional Optimist, July 20 The letter compares North Battleford to much larger cities such as Toronto and London.

The Church of God in Christ Mennonite held their annual summer Vacation Bible School during the week of July 9 through 13. The classes began each morning at 9:30 a.m. and continued over the lunch hour, concluding at 2:30 in the afternoon.

We are pleased to know Vic Hult is now home following some time spent in Battlefords Union Hospital. Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Vic.

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